Hong Kong Fellowship SScheme 2027/28

Dear all,

we are forwarding an invitation:

We are delighted to inform you that the Research Grants Council of Hong Kong is launching the Seventeenth Round of the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (the “Scheme”) for 2027/28 academic year intake.  The Scheme established in 2009 aims to attract top international students to pursue PhD studies in Hong Kong’s world-class research universities.  At present, the fellowship provides a monthly stipend of HK$28,700 (approx. US$3,680) and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$14,400 (approx. US$1,840) per year for a period of three years.  A total of 400 fellowships will be awarded for PhD studies commencing in the 2027/28 academic year.  Online initial application is accepted from 1 September 2026 (12:00 noon Hong Kong Time (GMT + 8 hours) to 1 December 2026 (12:00 noon Hong Kong Time (GMT + 8 hours)).

You may make reference to our poster and leaflet of the Scheme or visit the Scheme’s website for more detailed information on application procedures and the eight participating universities in Hong Kong.

If you or any interested parties require further information, please feel free to contact us at HKPF@ugc.edu.hk.